Chasing clunk sound on my 08 equinox AWD. I removed driveshaft and wiggled output flange and I get this sound. Is noise from backlash normal or excessive? I can load audio files and pics but not video.
The Equinox is known for transfer case problems
Common problems with the transfer case in a Chevy Equinox include unusual noises, failure to engage four-wheel drive, complete breakdowns, and the transfer case cracking, often requiring costly repairs or replacements.
Tester
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The car is cursed. I drove it at 20k and I didn’t care for it.
I got a free t-case. Funny what folks give away
Excessive backlash, probably from bearing failure.. imo
Drain the fluid and see what chunks come out of it..
The trans does have a differential. The diff is inline with left/right axles. In a fwd setup? Mine is awd so it has a transfer case with a ring/pinion next to trans case in a separate case and not a chain/sprocket setup like a truck.
I guess only way to see if different t-case is quieter is to swap it in. To get rid of my noise. The noise I mention is from going over road bumps and is not a constant “grinding/whine” noise
I took my new tcase apart and gears look fine.
Now that you’ve torn it down, I’ll only offer $25
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Pic of bad diff is not my car. I probably will change mine since I have the part.
So, the rear diff has elec applied clutch pack. I think it calls out versatrak fluid. The front t-case is 100% mechanical. Just a ring and pinion. it is always engaged. So the driveshaft is always spinning but not applied in rear. Unless computer says so.
That’s not a diff. It’s a transfer case out an Equinox. Like the title of your post asks.
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My t-case does not have chain.
